Research

Our research on Communication, Media and Journalism is exploring the relationships between media, societies and government around the world. Discover how our work reveals journalism's bigger picture.

About our work

Communication, Media and Journalism research

Research overview

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Our research themes in depth

Our research institutes

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Centre for Freedom of the Media

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Journalism and History

In focus: research case studies

Defining Freedom of the Press

This ground-breaking project is examining media regulation and ethics in 13 European countries. The groups that could benefit include journalists, readers, special interest groups and more.

DFoP case study

FemmepowermentAfrique

Research based in the Department of Journalism Studies is supporting women's empowerment through radio and tackling Covid-19 misinformation in some of the world's poorest nations.

FemmepowermentAfrique case study

Research-based programmes of study

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PhD study

Postgraduate taught

Global Journalism MA

September 2023 start
1 year Full-time

Our students see journalism’s bigger picture: freedom of expression, ‘fake news’, media ethics and globalisation, as well as digital reporting techniques. That’s why they become great journalists, communications experts and media researchers.

Funding available

Postgraduate taught

International Public and Political Communication MA

September 2023 start
1 year Full-time

Become an expert in media relations, political marketing and how organisations shape their messages to persuade, inform and sometimes mislead. Sharpen your knowledge by designing a campaign of your own.